Catch the Hidden Spots — Easy Ways to Clean What You Miss

Even in the cleanest home, a few corners quietly collect water, lint, or dust — turning into potential trouble later.
Here’s how to catch them before they pile up. ✨

💧 1. Under the Faucet

Water often hides right beneath the base, especially after washing dishes.
Wipe it daily with a dry cloth to stop drips from turning into stains.

💡 Quick tip: Use a microfiber cloth instead of paper towels — it picks up water faster and leaves no streaks.

🧴 2. Behind the Soap Dish

Soap residue can create a sticky film that traps moisture and dirt.
Lift your soap dish once a week, rinse it with warm water, and dry the area completely.

💡 Quick tip: Place a thin silicone mat or soap pad under the dish to make future clean-ups easier.

🔌 3. Power Strip & Cords

Dust loves to settle around outlets and plugs — and that buildup isn’t just messy; it can be a fire risk over time.

How to clean:
1️⃣ Unplug all devices first.
2️⃣ Use a dry brush or a small vacuum nozzle to remove dust between outlets.
3️⃣ Wipe the cords with a slightly damp microfiber cloth.

💡 Quick tip: Keep cords lifted slightly off the floor or use a cable organizer to prevent dust buildup.

🌀 4. Inside the Dryer Lint Trap

Even after you remove the lint screen, there’s usually a hidden layer of dust deeper inside the vent area. That hidden lint can block airflow — making your dryer less efficient and, again, a fire risk.

How to clean:
1️⃣ Take out the lint screen and wash it with warm, soapy water once a month.
2️⃣ Use a narrow vacuum attachment or a dryer brush

🌿 Small routines = big peace of mind

You don’t have to clean everything at once. Just pick one hidden spot a day — under the faucet, behind the soap dish, or that dusty power strip.

Each tiny reset keeps your space (and your mind) a little clearer. ✨

With calm and sparkle,

Stella Seong

Founder of Twinkle Moment

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